| Fall is here and
winter is just around the corner!
Here are some dolls that you might want to add to your
Christmas wish list.
FASHION DOLLS:
Continuing
the still growing fascination with the 15-18" fashion dolls is
Saffron Sunset Eve.
Introduced in 2000, Eve is designed and produced
by Susan Wakeen.
 
Paris by Madame Alexander: Backstage Pass, VIP, and Festiva
Look
at what Mattel has planned for Barbie 2003: Princess of South Africa™
Barbie® doll proudly wears a traditional Ndebele-inspired
dress. Its black and white patterning is topped with a colorful ngurara
(intricately decorated blanket) cape. In Ndebele culture, tight-fitting
neck rings are considered the most attractive and essential accessories.
She wears golden-colored leg and neck rings called izixolwana. A golden
and red headpiece and hoop earrings give her regal beauty. Finally, she
carries her own dancing mace to carry on her heritage.
Coming in November
Do you know Kelly? She's one of Barbie's little
sisters and while she doesn't have the following that big sis has, she is
a favorite among collectors and even has her own fan club.
Continuing with the Fairytale theme that was introduced with The
Nutcracker series last year, is the Rapunzel series.
Marissa as the Angel Princess, Tommy as the Prince, and
Kelly as the Petal Princess.
Not shown but also in the series is Barbie as Rapunzel (of course),
and Ken as Prince Stefan.
Also new in the Kelly line is the Friends of the World
collection. Here is Kenya! She wears a plaid dress, known as a
rubeka, and a colorful collar and headband. She is accompanied by a tan
cat with a fur collar that resembles a lion's mane.
The latest in the Bratz line is Fall Fashion
Sasha!
The
Lee Middleton Doll Co. makes some of the most adorable and collectible babies.
Love Makes the World go Round by artist Riva Schick is available for
around $190.
8"
Ginny has been around for years. Produced by the Vogue Doll. CO, she
is just as collectible as ever.
Wearing one of the traditional dresses of Africa, Ginny
loves the deep hues of the fabric and the feel of the wooden beads on her
neck. She enjoys digging her toes into the cool sands around the watering
hole on the game preserve.
Robert Tonner introduced the widely popular Bee Charmer Betsy
in 2000. Even though a very limited quantity of this limited edition
remains, you can now get Drew and Barbara dressed in variations of this
charming outfit. Bee Charmer Drew is dressed in a yellow ‘bee
print’ under dress and Barbara wears a green and yellow striped
variation. $99
CED doll update: The dolls began shipping in mid-September.
Constance Dash is already sold out, and Cara Emil Duncan is 90%
gone. The next doll, Colin, should be out in November, 2002.
These dolls are only available directly from DLD International.
We get a lot of e-mail asking for
information on Black doll shows, and Black doll clubs. The following
list is of upcoming doll shows. Please contact us if you are aware of any
that are not mentioned. If you would like to report on a doll show,
we welcome that, too! A list of Black Doll Clubs can be found on the
FAQ page.
- September 28, 2002 -
Brooklyn NY
Zawadi Gift Shop*
519 Atlantic Ave.
718-624-7822
- October 4-6, 2002-
-Columbus, OH
2nd Annual Black Dolls on Parade Show & Sale*
Airport Holiday Inn Hotel
614-258-0344
- October 5, 2002 - New
Carrolton, MD
Metropolitan Exhibitors Dolls, Bears, Toys & Miniatures*
Ramada Inn, 8500 Annapolis Road
703-683-2807
- October 26, 2002 -
Hunt Valley, MD
The Charm City Dolling Club of Maryland Luncheon*
Embassy Suites Hotel, 213 International Drive
410-905-4804
- November 2-3, 2002 -
New York City, NY
Doll Art, Teddy & Craft Show*
Dylan Hotel, 52 East 41st Street between Park & Madison Ave.
718-562-4476
- November 9, 2002 -
Oakland, CA
Festival of Black Dolls Show & Sale
featuring "BLACKS IN FASHION"
First Congregational Church of Oakland,
corner or 27th & Harrison Street
10.00am - 5:00pm
Admission: $4.00 (children under 12 free)
510-272-9453
- November 23, 2002 -
New Carrollton, MD
11th Annual Dolls of Color on Parade*
Ramada Inn, 8500 Annapolis Road
202-832-2450
- February 7-9, 2003 -
Washington, DC
Black Doll Show*
Union Station Main Lobby
202-842-8400
(*The editors would like to thank Hope Cherewich for this information)
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